Cyclamen hederifolium aka Cyclamen

Cyclamen hederifolium, also known as ivy-leaved cyclamen or sowbread, is a resilient and widely cultivated species of flowering plant in the Primulaceae family. It thrives in oceanic climates and can be found in woodland, shrubland, and rocky areas across the Mediterranean region, from southern France to western Turkey and Mediterranean islands. This versatile species has also naturalized in Europe and the Pacific Northwest. During autumn, Cyclamen hederifolium produces purple-red flowers that bloom above leaves adorned with silver patterning. It is a tuberous perennial that sprouts leaves and blooms in autumn, grows throughout the winter, and becomes dormant before summer. The tuber, which becomes larger with age, is round-flattened and produces roots from the top and sides, leaving the base bare. The leaves of this species vary in shape and color, ranging from heart-shaped to long and arrow-shaped, often with 2-3 angled lobes on each side resembling ivy leaves. The most common leaf pattern is a Christmas tree or hastate pattern in silver or pewter, along with various shades of green. The flowers, which typically appear from late summer to autumn, have five petals and are usually pink, purple, or white with a streaky magenta V-shaped marking on the nose. However, pure white flowers with no markings also occur. Overall, Cyclamen hederifolium is a robust and visually striking plant that adds beauty to gardens and landscapes.